AKARNANIA. Thyrrheion. AR Stater (8.07 gms), ca. 320-280 B.C. NGC AU, Strike: 5/5 Surface: 2/5. Marks.
HGC-4, 919; Pegasi-10. Obverse: Pegasos flying left; Θ below; Reverse: Helmeted head of Athena left; earring with pendants behind. An impressively sharp Stater of this SCARCE type with stunning dark patina and plenty of underlying mint luster. Some minor scrapes are noted on the reverse in front of Athena's face. A highly attractive example.
From the Mark and Lottie Salton Collection.
Estimate: $500 - $750